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Definition of barehand

barehand

/ˈbɛrˌhænd/
bare · hand
Adverb:barehanded
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Adjective:barehanded
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Past Simple:barehanded
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Past Participle:barehanded
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Present Participle:barehanding
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barehand Lexical Profile

barehand Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Performed using only the uncovered hand, without a glove, mitt, or tool (especially in baseball or softball).

Example

"The third baseman made a spectacular barehand play on the slow roller to throw out the runner."

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• adverb

1

Using only the bare hands, without wearing a glove or using a tool.

Example

"The shortstop charged the bunt and fielded the ball barehand before firing to first base."

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• verb

1

North American To catch or field a ball with the ungloved hand (especially in baseball).

Example

"The pitcher managed to barehand the grounder and toss it to first base in time for the out."

• Nearby Words

barefaced
barefoot
barefooted
barehand
barehanded
bareheaded
barehipani

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Barehand. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/barehand
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